Dubai Marina Dhow Cruise: The Complete Guide to Dining, Sailing and Live Entertainment
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Buffet Dinner, Live Tanoura and the Marina Skyline — All From AED 60 Per Person
This desert metropolis is famous around the world for its glittering skyline, although some of the finest views of the city are enjoyed from the water instead. A Marina Cruise Dinner hands you precisely this viewpoint — a slow two-hour voyage along one of the world's most photographed waterfronts, paired with an international buffet spread plus traditional live entertainment.
The best part is the cost. Rates start at AED 60 per person, which makes this one of the most affordable premium experiences in the whole city.
The Dhow Cruise Experience Explained
Traditionally, a dhow is a wooden sailing vessel that was used for centuries around the Gulf region for trading and pearl diving. In modern Dubai, those same vessels have been thoughtfully upgraded into luxury dining boats with air-conditioned lower decks along with open-top upper levels.
Compared with a traditional Creek sailing, a Marina cruise carries you along contemporary Dubai: glass towers on both banks, the sweep of the Ain Dubai observation wheel, the lively JBR, plus the whole skyline mirrored in the water.
Our Marina Cruise Options
Several options are available — the right one depends on how special the night needs to be.
Standard Marina Dhow Cruise – AED 60 per person
This is easily the crowd favourite. The package covers 120 minutes on the water, a four-star international buffet, fresh chicken barbecue, full veg and non-veg menus, complimentary soft drinks and water, onboard music, as well as a live Tanoura performance. You can sit on the air-conditioned lower deck or the open upper deck.
Luxury Marina Cruise Dubai – just AED 70
A modest upgrade delivers extra comfort and polish. You keep every standard inclusion, plus improved seating throughout, a longer entertainment programme and a an extended Tanoura show.
The Glass Cruise – AED 80 per person
For guests who want panoramic, uninterrupted views, the fibre-and-glass cruise is the best pick. Guests board at 8 PM and disembark at 10:45 PM, and includes a complete buffet and barbecue, unlimited soft drinks, separate toilets for men and women plus background music and entertainment.
Premium VIP Marina Cruise – from AED 150, reduced from AED 190
This is the highest-end option. Expect a red carpet welcome at the boarding point, a 5-star international buffet, an authentic Arabic wooden dhow with traditional décor, a live Tanoura performance by a professional artist, both an AC lower deck and open upper deck, as well as landmark views of Ain Dubai, JBR and the full Marina skyline. Departure is from Dubai Marina Harbour.
Food and Dining Onboard
The onboard buffet is genuinely generous. Expect continental, Arabian and Asian options, hot mains, salads and mezze, grilled dishes and rice, plus a dessert selection. The chicken BBQ is cooked fresh on the boat, while vegetarian guests are properly catered for with real variety. Unlimited soft drinks and bottled water are included throughout the sailing.
Entertainment on the Water
No Dubai dinner cruise is complete without the Tanoura. The spinning folk dance traces back to Egyptian and Sufi culture, and features a skilled professional dancer in a brightly illuminated costume that transforms the deck. Alongside this, you will hear music and entertainment throughout from boarding to disembarkation.
What You'll See From the Deck
As you sail, the route takes in the illuminated towers lining the canal, the striking twisted tower, the buzzing JBR waterfront, the glowing Ain Dubai wheel, the Marina Walk promenade, as well as the outline of Palm Jumeirah beyond. The upper deck is the place to be, particularly just after sunset.
Celebrations, Birthdays and Corporate Events
This experience is ideal for birthday parties, wedding anniversaries, family get-togethers, proposals and corporate group bookings. Birthday setups are available on request, while business groups receive special group rates and customised packages for team outings and bulk reservations.
Practical Information
Check-in starts at 7:45 PM, and cruising takes place between 8:30 PM and 10:30 PM. We recommend arriving early so you can pick your seat. Comfortable smart-casual clothing works best, and bring something light for the breeze since the open deck catches the sea air. Children are welcome, and notably child pricing is the same generous rate.
Other Tours Worth Adding
The cruise works well alongside an evening desert safari starting at AED 90, covering 4x4 dune bashing, camel rides, marina cruise dubai sandboarding, a BBQ buffet dinner and Tanoura and belly dance shows. Other popular additions include Dubai City Tours from AED 100, Abu Dhabi City Tours from AED 220, Burj Khalifa's observation deck from AED 180, Hatta Mountains Tour from AED 180, jet ski tours from AED 200, deep sea fishing from AED 250 plus private yacht charter from AED 500 per hour.
FAQs
What's included in the Marina Dhow Cruise Dinner?
A full two-hour sail, a four-star international buffet, fresh chicken barbecue, free soft drinks and water, the Tanoura performance, music entertainment plus stunning Dubai Marina views.
What's the rate?
AED 60 per adult and AED 60 per child, including all food, shows and the sailing itself.
When does boarding begin?
Guests board at 7:45 PM, with cruising from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM daily.
How to Book
Places book out fast, particularly between October and April, so it pays to reserve in advance. Our team is available 24/7 to help you pick the best option.
Ring +971 56 1277925 or message us via WhatsApp on +971 50 9912456 to reserve your seats. Browse www.marinacruisedinner.com for complete package information and live pricing.
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